Experts Only returns NYC
Experts Only Festival is back in New York for year two with John Summit headlining and a heavy underground lineup that includes Subtronics, GRiZ, Korolova, Devault, Partiboi69, Taiki Nulight and Prospa—lineup posted by festival coverage this week (x.com).
Experts Only Fest will return to Randall’s Island Park on September 19–20, 2026 for a two-day event. (expertsonlyfest.com) Artist- and festival-presales begin at 10 a.m. ET on April 3, with the general on-sale starting at 12 p.m. ET that same day. (variety.com) The 2026 run is being produced in partnership with Medium Rare, Relentless Beats and EMW, the same promoters listed for last year’s debut. (news.pollstar.com) Last year’s inaugural NYC event sold out across two days and drew more than 50,000 fans to Randall’s Island, according to multiple press reports. (amny.com) Organizers say the site will feature three stages and advertise the festival as “NYC’s largest dance music festival.” (expertsonlyfest.com) Ticket tiers include General Admission, GA+ (express entry and air-conditioned restrooms), VIP (21+ access and lounge perks) and a Platinum tier with on‑stage viewing and an open bar, plus a ferry pass add‑on and a $20-down payment plan. (tixr.com) Promoters released the phase-one lineup on March 31, 2026 and confirmed additional artist announcements will follow in the coming months. (jambase.com)
